Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Description
The preparation begins by boiling peeled sweet potato pieces in salted water until they are fork-tender, typically 10 to 15 minutes. After draining, they sit briefly to allow excess water to evaporate, preventing watery mash. The sweet potatoes are returned to the pot or a bowl, then mashed by hand using a masher while incorporating butter in pieces for richness.
Heavy cream or milk is gradually added to achieve a creamy texture without becoming too thin. Salt and pepper are added to taste, balancing the natural sweetness. A half teaspoon of cinnamon can be included optionally to introduce a warm, aromatic note that complements the sweet tubers.
Hand mashing rather than blending preserves a fluffy, slightly chunky texture, avoiding a gluey consistency. This makes it a suitable side dish for meals needing a smooth but hearty accompaniment.
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds sweet potato peeled and sliced into 1” rounds or chunks
- ⅓ cup butter cut into 4 pieces
- ⅓ cup heavy cream or milk
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add sweet potatoes and boil until tender, about 10 - 15 minutes.
- Drain well and allow to sit in the colander a few minutes to make sure all water evaporates.
- Return sweet potatoes to the pot or a large bowl, and add butter to the potatoes and mash with a hand masher. Add cream or milk a little bit at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and top with a dash of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- Cut sweet potatoes into similarly sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Boil until the potatoes are fork tender but avoid overcooking to prevent water absorption.
- Use a hand masher instead of a blender to keep the mash from becoming soupy.
- Add cream or milk gradually to control the texture of the mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 332 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 332kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 225mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 774mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 32685IU | 654% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 82mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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